Overview

• Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann has set a three-month deadline to make the state drug-free, emphasizing strict enforcement and public cooperation.
• Police conducted 798 raids across identified drug hotspots, resulting in 290 arrests and the seizure of narcotics, illegal weapons, and drug money.
• Special courts will be established to expedite trials of drug-related cases, ensuring timely convictions and accountability of law enforcement officers.
• The state government plans to confiscate and demolish properties of convicted drug smugglers, with some sites repurposed for community use, such as libraries.
• Preventive measures, including youth education in schools and colleges, are being prioritized alongside stricter regulations on over-the-counter drug sales.